Chapter 23 The Stand-in Heroine's Counterattack 23
Ah Yan's expression remained unchanged, still looking obedient and docile, but she said, "Your Majesty, do you want to make a bet with me? If Sister Song can still go to the girls' school in the future, Your Majesty will allow all women in the world to take the imperial examination and become officials just like men?"
The emperor's expression faded slightly, and he said in a deep voice: "Do you know what nonsense you are talking about, Imperial Master? Women are virtuous if they have no talent. I have already granted you permission to open a school. If you allow women to take the imperial examination, won't the world be in chaos?"
His expression suddenly turned cold, and the palace servants serving him around him dared not make a sound.
This imperial teacher is really arrogant because of her favor. She has only done a few things to win the emperor's favor, but she dares to ask for such a huge amount. Does she really think that the emperor is a chess piece in her hands to be controlled by her?
Ah Yan seemed to be unaware of the emperor's anger. She calmly placed a piece on the chessboard, narrowed her eyes, and said with a smile, "I won again!"
The emperor said nothing and looked at her coldly.
Ah Yan took the chess piece back slowly. "I just want all the women in the world to have the opportunity to participate in the exam. I didn't ask the emperor to lower their admission scores. What's the commotion? Do the men feel that they can't even beat a few women? If that's the case, how can these people be officials?
"Whoever is capable will be in power. This is the most natural truth. Moreover, no matter whether you are a man or a woman, once you enter the court, you should only do one thing, which is to serve the people! Anyone who is capable should not be constrained by gender, right, Your Majesty?"
The girl's eyes were as clear as when they first met.
The emperor's heart was slightly shaken. No matter how many times this happened, this imperial teacher would always surprise him!
But she was actually very down-to-earth. As she said at the time, she never interfered in the affairs of the court. She only focused on her "research experiments" to improve the status of women in the court!
It is undeniable that he saw too many surprises in Luo Qingyan. And she never let him down. Every suggestion she made would only make his dynasty more prosperous!
Perhaps, with Luo Qingyan's assistance, he could become an eternal emperor! !
The emperor couldn't help but feel a little excited, and asked tentatively: "Do you think these children of mine are capable of being a monarch?"
I heard that the relationship between Lao Liu and this little girl has reached a freezing point. If she said that Lao Liu was not suitable, he would have to think carefully about her previous proposal!
Ah Yan paused for a moment as he twisted the chess piece, and raised his head in confusion. "Your Majesty is in good health, and it won't be a problem for him to be the emperor for another 20 years. Is it too much to consider handing over the throne to the next person now?"
In the original plot, the emperor was exhausted by the drama of his sons fighting for the throne. In order to ascend the throne as soon as possible, his sons who were not very capable actually poisoned him, which led to his early death!
Now the country is strong and the people live and work in peace. More importantly, the emperor has a tight grip on power because the dynasty is becoming more stable. He can strangle those immature brats with just a raise of his hand.
The idea of poisoning to fight for the throne naturally no longer exists.
If nothing unexpected happens, the emperor will probably live a long life.
Ah Yan said frankly: "If you really let me choose, I don't want the emperor to choose any of his princes. My philosophy is most consistent with the emperor's. If it were someone else, I might not be able to do what I want to do! Compared to the princes, I hope that the emperor can train their children. Who knows... there might be one or two who can catch my eye!"
The eldest prince has great ambitions but his abilities do not match them, the second prince's mother's family Shi Wei does not have a broad vision, the third prince is hypocritical and pretentious, the fourth prince is mediocre, and the fifth prince is the son of the imperial concubine and has long been spoiled.
The Sixth Prince Qin Yu had some grievances with her, and she was unwilling to work with Qin Yu. But he was the only one among the older princes who could barely be the monarch!
As for the little princes below, she never paid any attention to them.
The emperor sneered: "You have devalued my princes to the point of being worthless!"
Ah Yan said: "What does the emperor want me to say? Who you choose has nothing to do with me. At worst, I will just not be the imperial teacher!"
The establishment of the girls' school has laid the foundation for what she is going to do.
Women all over the world, as long as they can poke a hole in the darkness covering their heads, they will naturally be able to fight for a good future for themselves.
Although she wanted to help them, she would not sacrifice the rest of her life for them.
The emperor's eyes were dark, he pondered for a long time, and called Desheng over.
"Go and draft an edict."
Desheng looked at Ayan in surprise. He didn't expect that the emperor would actually agree to her request!
Ah Yan held his chin in his hand and smiled slowly, "I am ready to witness this grand event!"
The emperor sneered: "Whether it is a prosperous era or not, we have to wait and see!"
But there was a hint of anticipation in his expression.
Perhaps, these little girls could really give him a surprise!
This is a big gamble, and everyone knows it.
But what the ending will be, still needs time to witness!
Along with the envoys from the enemy country, Cheng Qingning also returned to the capital.
The young general who defeated the enemy country turned out to be the granddaughter of the Cheng family. This news shocked the entire court!
But what shocked them even more was the emperor's decree, which allowed women across the country to take the imperial examinations and serve as officials like men.
This imperial decree caused a sensation throughout the world.
Some supported it, some opposed it, but in the end the policy was implemented anyway.
In the first three years, only a few women from aristocratic families took part. Among them was Song Fuxue's name.
Just as Ayan had expected, after getting married she did not hide in the backyard and never come out. Instead, she won the permission of her husband's family and took part in the imperial examination.
There were also several beautiful girls in the parade of top scholar that year!
The emperor did not look down on them because of their status as women. He assigned official positions to them based on their achievements.
Someone set a precedent, and successors followed.
More and more women joined the court. Although they were women, they were no different from men and had their own opinions and views on politics.
People at that time gradually changed their views on women, and people in the world were divided by their talents instead of focusing on gender.
The imperial tutor who vigorously promoted this policy became increasingly respected.
Women all over the world regard her as their respected teacher. Because of the national teacher, they can live freely in this world like men.
A Yan's status became higher and higher, but the Prime Minister's Mansion gradually declined.
Prime Minister Luo was eager to gain the credit of being a follower of the emperor, but the emperor was in good health and had no intention of passing on the throne.
Moreover, the emperor saw through his little tricks. With more and more capable people appearing in the court, Prime Minister Luo's role seemed not particularly important, so the emperor simply found an excuse for him and sent him to a sinecure.
Naturally, Prime Minister Luo was unwilling to give in, so he turned to A Yan for help.
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